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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel connected to a shopping centre in Helsinki with free breakfast

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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

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Rooftop terrace
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio

Overview of Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Explore the area

Map
Asema-Aukio 2, Helsinki, 00100
  • Popular LocationKiasma Museum of Contemporary Art3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSenate Square9 min walk
  • Popular LocationHelsinki Cathedral11 min walk
  • AirportHelsinki (HEL-Vantaa)29 min drive

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Business Suite

Business Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Similar properties

Property entrance
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (1062)
The price is AU$239
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki

About the area

Helsinki

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki places you in the centre of Helsinki, connected to a shopping centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art and Ateneum Art Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, 10 Kerros, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business amenities include 10 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a sauna and a snack bar/deli. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Helsinki City Centre hotel include Helsinki Central Library Oodi and National Museum.

What's nearby

  • Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art - 3 min walk
  • Ateneum Art Museum - 4 min walk
  • Senate Square - 9 min walk
  • Finlandia Hall - 9 min walk
  • Helsinki Cathedral - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Rautatieasema Station - 2 min walk
  • Helsinki Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mashiro Postitalo - 2 min walk
  • Vltava - 1 min walk
  • Ooster - 2 min walk
  • Minuuttibaari - 3 min walk
  • Pino - 2 min walk

About this property

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki

Eco-certified hotel connected to a shopping centre in Helsinki with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and 10 meeting rooms are available. A sauna, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the eco-certified Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki. For a fee, parking is available.

This Helsinki hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 340 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1952
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers 340 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath, bidets and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Finnish, French, German, Russian, Swedish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 32 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 10 Kerros

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Built in 1952
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 32 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
Sokos Vaakuna
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Vaakuna
Vaakuna Sokos Hotel
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki
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Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Hotel Helsinki

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki on 9 May 2024 start from AU$254.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Yep, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki has a self car park for EUR 32 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

The closest beach to Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki is Hietaniemi Beach (1.9 km).

What makes Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors are hooked on the free buffet brekkie here! Available weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

No, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki?

Furry friends are welcome at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki, with food and water bowls on offer.

Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Helsinki Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 414 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorissa, Gardena

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorissa, Gardena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paavo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gonzalo, CHARLOTTE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good property and excellent services.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suheil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and amazing staff
Excellent location and amazing staff Got room on top floor with balcony with beautiful views over city centre. Aircon sadly did not cool the room. Temperature in room lowest setting possible is 19.5 degree C. You can't go loser than that. So room was hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in downtown Helsinki
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I highly recommend staying in this hotel
Staff were very kind,helpful and Informative during my stay.I was given exactly what I requested I would like for my room. It was in a perfect location as everything was with in walking distance or close to a tram. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023